FTCA Federal Tort Claims Action

150 questions in this forum

1. New VA Malpractice stats from reporter

   This is the same reporter who called me last year, interested in NY VA malpractice issues. I was the only FTCA case here in NY that I had documentation on so I didn't want to let him use solely my story..it will be in my book anyhow.... http://www.nydailynews.com/news/national/legal-settlements-veterans-affairs-triple-article-1.2654179 His focus was solely on NY FTCA - VA cases and all I could do is give him some tips because these settlements are very well hidden by the VA. No one here responded as a NYer with a FTCA issue when he asked me to post his contact info here. He and another reporter found some large cases but they do not reveal how muc…

   Asked by Berta, May 30, 2016

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3. Malpractice- Veterans-FTCA- 1151

   A reporter here in NY is preparing a story on why the malpractice payouts regarding VA FTCA settlements have risen so much over the past few years. He was specifically interested in FTCA cases that occurred due to improper health care in New York state VAMCs. The picture is far bigger than that....... Before I give out his contact info here....has anyone here won a FTCA case against VA in NY, except for me? Has anyone here won,instead, a Section 1151 case here in NY? I only know of 2 people locally. Do we have any guest readers out there who have succeeded in any of the above, willing to join and tell us about it (or contact the reporter?) Has anyone here gone to the Fed…

   Asked by Berta, December 23, 2015

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4. Dr.Bash.John Dorle Blog radio show

   I hope many caught this show, which will loop: http://community.hadit.com/#gsc.tab=0 Among many other issues ( and certainly the Candyland fiasco and the new Waiting list scandal info, and Phoenix) there is important on the show as to filing FTCA/1151 claims that everyone should know. It is all probably already here under 1151 /FTCA but always bears repeating.

   Asked by Berta, April 8, 2016

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5. Tort Claims?

   If Veteran files a tort claim against the VA & Their Dr's Surgeons ect,,ect,, for screwing up a veteran use of Hand because of Manipulation and tore the veterans tendons...From trying to Break the Chord in his hand with Dupuytren's contraction...none of the Dupuytren's in SC but VA Dr's Tried to correct it with certain type of expensive Enzyme injections and pain killer injections ( Deaded the Hand) and Manipulated the fingers back to straight position. VA Diagnosed this as Dupuytren's Contraction if the veteran wins the claim and compensated will they add that to what the veteran is currently getting on his SC Disability? or is it a one time payment? …

   Asked by Buck52, March 30, 2016

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6. Template Sec 1151 Claims

   Template for Section 1151 claims To VARO etc This is a claim filed under auspices of Section 1151,38 USC. I believe my VA medical records will reveal that I did not receive a standard of VA medical care comparable with that of the standard medical community, regarding treatment (or non treatment) of my (put disability here that they malpracticed on) and as a result of the VA's medical errors I have incurred an additional disability of ( put the additional documented disability here that you claim is directly due to the malpractice. Add any secondarys to this that also are due to the 1151 disability.) I have listed and enclosed the following medical recor…

   Asked by Berta, February 8, 2011

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7. Valid Complaint?

   Hi Im new here. Thanks for having me. I was set up with the VAMC Apr 14. First time since I left the Army in 84 that I had any real heal care. Back problem from service still is an issue, first time out, brought to the attention of my PCP. She gave me a tube of "stuff" to rub on my back, and that's all. Fast forward, 6 months, notified her on that next visit that the back problem is still there. She didn't say anything, no physical contact, no exam nada. Next thing I know, appointment for Phys Therapy comes in the mail so off I go. PT gives me the going over, tells me that hyperextension of my back will help me. OK, Im game. First trip back, a week later…

   Asked by pwrslm, July 10, 2015

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8. Ftca

   Need Help I am filing a Tort Claim. Does the state where the malpractice was committed twice govern awards to veteran. Does state law prevail even though it will be filed in a different state. Is there anyone that can answer my question or a site available. So confused

   Asked by gloworm, June 26, 2010

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9. FTCA CLAIM

   After waiting 4 months I was told by the VA attorney that the peer review should be done within 2 weeks and then I should know something. Is Berta still around. Haven't been on here in about 9 years. Berta if your still around, if they deny me at the regional counsel how do I ask for a reconsideration from the Office of the General counsel? I had a successful FTCA CLAIM when my father passed away but have kinda forgot some of the ins and outs of this.

   Asked by rod, September 2, 2015

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10. VA's Peer review

    The regional office keeps saying "next" week the peer review should be done. They've said it for over 2 months. Should I be concerned with the delays?

    Asked by rod, October 22, 2015

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11. 50 Mil prostate cancer FTCA filed

    http://www.kpho.com/story/30368017/valley-veteran-dying-of-cancer-files-50-million-lawsuit-against-phoenix-va I am sure there will be more to come re: Phoenix and I only hope these families are aware of FTCA and 1151.

    Asked by Berta, October 28, 2015

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12. ptsd Family malpractice recourse?

    Any recourse for veteran families that are injured "ptsd" due to va malpractice? All help appreciated thanks?

    Asked by hulamatt, October 25, 2015

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13. FTCA Reconsideration

    How long does the Office of the General Counsel have to reconsider my FTCA claim ? I know the regional counsel has 6 months but don't know how long the general counsel does

    Asked by rod, October 21, 2015

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